Security Systems Engineer at Booz Allen Hamilton

Atlanta, Georgia, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

22 Aug, 26

Salary

158000.0

Posted On

24 May, 26

Experience

10 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Cyber Asset Attack Surface Management, SIEM Analytics, Bash, Perl, JavaScript, Python, Network Administration, Infrastructure Management, Automation, Troubleshooting, CISSP, CISM, LAN/WAN Troubleshooting, Asset Management, Security Architecture, Technical Documentation

Industry

Software Development

Description

Security Systems Engineer The Opportunity: Support the government client’s security operations mission. Perform the deployment, operation, administration, troubleshooting, updating, securing, and maintenance of systems, software, and infrastructure that enable enterprise cybersecurity capabilities. Operate, maintain, and administer existing network and systems architectures, including hardware, software, physical cabling, and IP address management. Support a broad range of technical environments and responsibilities, including networking and security devices, circuits, automated systems, servers, client computers, applications, databases, voice systems, help desk support, asset and inventory management, and field technical support. You Have: 3+ years of experience leading and coordinating security and infrastructure initiatives, including managing requirements, schedules, and deliverables and implementing security platforms Experience with Armis platform for Cyber Asset Attack Surface Management and Elastic Stack for search, observability, and SIEM analytics Experience designing, implementing, maintaining, and troubleshooting advanced scripting such as Bash, Perl, JavaScript, or Python, including command‑line administration and O&M tasks Ability to collaborate with security, infrastructure, and operations teams to design and implement automation that enhances operational effectiveness Ability to maintain, troubleshoot, and optimize existing security infrastructure in partnership with server and network teams Ability to provide strategic troubleshooting and guidance for information security systems, including improving and extending system capabilities Ability to assess and enhance frameworks and stay up to date with modern security and automation technologies Ability to obtain and maintain a Public Trust or Suitability/Fitness determination based on client requirements HS diploma or GED and 12+ years of experience working in information security, or Bachelor’s degree in CS, Information Security, or IT and 8+ years of experience working in information security CISSP or CISM Certification Nice If You Have: Experience supporting and optimizing infrastructure management and threat intelligence tools with seamless integration into existing security processes Experience analyzing implementation requirements, modifying existing systems, and preparing specifications based on customer requests Experience with documenting systems, configurations, processes, and service records in structured formats Experience mentoring junior team members in technical best practices and problem solving Knowledge of effective detail-oriented techniques Ability to troubleshoot complex LAN/WAN, throughput, and networking issues Ability to explain technical concepts to non‑technical stakeholders Ability to participate in a 24/7/365 on‑call rotation Possession of excellent organizational skills Possession of excellent communication and problem‑solving skills Vetting: Applicants selected will be subject to a government investigation and may need to meet eligibility requirements of the U.S. government client. 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Responsibilities

Deploy, operate, and maintain systems and infrastructure that enable enterprise cybersecurity capabilities for a government client. This includes administering network architectures, security devices, and implementing automation to enhance operational effectiveness.